Legacy Meets Innovation: How BiRite and Cut+Dry Are Transforming Distribution
Release Date: 05/21/2025
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Legacy Meets Innovation: How BiRite and Cut+Dry Are Transforming Distribution
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info_outlineIn this future-focused episode of The Prosper Brief, host Jeremiah welcomes Aaron Barulich, President of BiRite Foodservice Distributors, and Hans Schatz, Executive Vice President of Cut+Dry, to explore the intersection of legacy, innovation, and leadership in foodservice distribution. From the roots of a third-generation, family-run business to the digital evolution transforming how suppliers, distributors, and operators connect—this conversation delivers a masterclass in modernizing without losing soul. Aaron and Hans discuss the challenges of change management, the evolution of the sales rep, and how embracing the right tech tools can supercharge customer service and operational excellence. 📍 Join us at Accelerate → https://prosperaccelerate.com Let’s close the gap between where you are and where you could be—one inch at a time.